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Category: Events

Gen Con for the First Time: Days Zero Through Two

August 16, 2022August 16, 2022Angela Leach

Like many tabletop, RPG, and board gamers, Gen Con has long been a bucket list item for me. In late 2021, we decided that 2022 was going to be The Year, and started saving for the trip. Now that we’re home, I have some thoughts to share. This is Part 2 of a three-part series.

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Gen Con for the First Time: Preparation

August 15, 2022August 14, 2022Angela Leach

Gen Con has long been a bucket list item for Angela. She shares her thoughts now that she’s home. This is Part 1 of a three-part series.

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Celebrate International Chess Day With Some Geektastic Chess Sets From The Noble Collection

July 20, 2022July 20, 2022Paul Benson

The Noble Collection has licensed chess sets for every geeky taste.

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Record Store Day 2022

Reminder: Saturday April 23 Is Record Store Day 2022

April 22, 2022April 22, 2022Brad Moon

Record Store Day 2022 is back after two years of disruption, on Saturday, April 23.

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SaltCON Spring 2022 – Bringing the Flavor Back to Gaming

March 12, 2022March 11, 2022Aaron Spurlock

SaltCON Spring 2022 brings the flavor to gaming with tons of great events for everyone, even those trying to go low-sodium!

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SaltCON Spring 2022 – Independent Publishers Bringing Their Own Flavor

March 10, 2022March 9, 2022Aaron Spurlock

Find something new, different, and exciting by trying out games from independent developers.

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Bring Your Holiday Decorating to Life With the M1+ Holiday Bundle From AtmosFX

November 14, 2021November 13, 2021Paul Benson

The M1+ Holiday Bundle from Atmos is a comprehensive package to get started in the world of digital decorations.

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Ripleys Aquarium Toronto

Back to Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada

November 13, 2021November 12, 2021Brad Moon

Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada is located in downtown Toronto, near the base of the CN tower.

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Happy 80th Birthday, Diana Prince! Celebrate Wonder Woman Day in Style

October 21, 2021October 20, 2021Paul Benson

Today, October 21st, 2021, marks the 80th Anniversary of Wonder Woman.

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13 Frightfully Fun Games for Halloween

October 18, 2021October 18, 2021Paul Benson

A howl across the moors, a creak at the door… it must be Halloween! Here are a lucky 13 ghoulish games to entertain you this All Hallow’s Eve.

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NYCC 2021 – Welcome Back!

October 11, 2021October 11, 2021Ray Goldfield

What was it like to return to New York Comic Con after a two-year absence? GeekDad found lots of changes.

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GeekDad Review: Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit, Toronto

September 24, 2021September 23, 2021Brad Moon

Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit (currently open in Toronto and multiple American cities) brings Vincent Van Gogh’s most famous paintings to life.

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Great Whales: Up Close and Personal

GeekDad Visits the ROM’s Great Whales Exhibit in Toronto

September 17, 2021September 16, 2021Brad Moon

When in Toronto, the ROM’s new Great Whales: Up Close and Personal is well worth seeing.

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Convention Connection for Friday, September 10, 2021

September 10, 2021September 9, 2021Joey L. Mills

Find a convention near you this weekend, including Rose City Comic Con, ConnectiCon, Florida Supercon, and more!

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Convention Connection for Thursday, September 2, 2021

September 2, 2021September 1, 2021Joey L. Mills

Find a convention near you this Labor Day weekend, including Dragon Con, ReaperCon, Fan Expo Boston, and more.

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Convention Connection for Friday, August 27, 2021

August 27, 2021August 26, 2021Joey L. Mills

Find a convention online or near you this weekend, including Colorado Springs Comic Con, Crypticon Seattle, GamesCon, and more.

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Planet Comicon 2021 Brings a Sense of Normality to Fans

August 26, 2021August 26, 2021Joey L. Mills

Remember when going to a place with a lot of people was normal? This was a reminder.

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Convention Connection for Friday, August 20, 2021

August 20, 2021August 19, 2021Joey L. Mills

Find a convention online or in-person near you this weekend, including Awesome Con, Planet Comicon, Southern-Fried Game Expo, and more!

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Convention Connection for Thursday, August 12, 2021

August 12, 2021August 11, 2021Joey L. Mills

Find a convention near you this weekend, including MegaCon, FarleyCon, Monster-Mania Con, Anime Magic!, and many more.

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Convention Connection for Friday, August 6th 2021

August 5, 2021August 4, 2021Joey L. Mills

Find an in-person or virtual convention this weekend, including Crunchyroll Expo, Otakon, CONvergence, and more.

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Convention Connection for Friday, July 30th 2021

July 30, 2021July 29, 2021Joey L. Mills

Find an in-person or online convention this last weekend of July, including GalaxyCon Raleigh, TerrifiCon, Tampa Bay Comic Con, and more!

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Convention Connection for Friday, July 16th 2021

July 16, 2021July 15, 2021Joey L. Mills

Find a convention near you or online this weekend, including PAX Online, Comicpalooza, OzCon International, and more!

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Convention Connection for Friday, July 9th 2021

July 9, 2021July 8, 2021Joey L. Mills

Find an in-person or online event near you this weekend, including PopCon Indy 2021, RTX at Home 2021, and more.

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Convention Connection for Friday, July 2nd 2021

July 2, 2021July 1, 2021Joey L. Mills

Find a convention near you or online this Independence Day weekend, including zombie movie reunions, anime and gaming cons, and more.

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Convention Connection for Friday, June 25th 2021

June 25, 2021June 24, 2021Joey L. Mills

Check out a convention near you this last weekend in June, including Albuquerque Comic Con, Houston Horror Film Fest, and more!

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Andrew Hackard

Andrew Hackard: Memories of the ‘Munchkin’ Czar

June 20, 2021June 19, 2021John Booth

John Booth shares some memories of Andrew Hackard, ‘Munchkin’ Czar, who passed away this past week.

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Convention Connection for Friday, June 18th 2021

June 18, 2021June 17, 2021Joey L. Mills

Find an in-person or virtual convention to attend this Father’s Day weekend, Friday, June 18th through Sunday, June 20th.

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Convention Connection for Friday, June 11th 2021

June 11, 2021June 10, 2021Joey L. Mills

This week, we’re taking a look at the conventions and events near you, including virtual events you can view from home.

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MoPop Presents ‘Heroes and Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume’

June 4, 2021June 3, 2021Will James

In collaboration with the Walt Disney Archives, MoPop is opening the ‘Heroes and Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume’ exhibition on June 5th. The exhibit brings over 70 original pieces from 19 designers ranging in history from Julie Andrews’ original ‘Mary Poppins’ traveling dress to several costumes from 2019’s ‘Dumbo.’

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Convention Connection for Friday, June 4th 2021

June 4, 2021June 3, 2021Joey L. Mills

In this week’s Convention Connection, we’re spotlighting WonderFest 2021, Colossalcon 2021, and more. Find a convention near you this week!

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